Respecting Family Boundaries at The Cattleman Restaurant
"The dinner table is a sacred place. A space where the family gathers, stories are told, and laughter is shared. Interruptions only steal...
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Michael B. Benedict
Nov 194 min read
Being Friends with the Elderly
So if you're walkin' down the street sometime And spot some hollow, ancient eyes Please don't just pass 'em by and stare As if you didn't...
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Michael B. Benedict
Oct 154 min read
High School Clique Behavior in the Workplace: Rejection Tales from Georgetown to Baltimore
"Cliques can make or break you in high school. If you’re in, you’re untouchable. If you’re out, you’re invisible." Anonymous High...
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Michael B. Benedict
Oct 74 min read
I am Invisible at the Office
“A great fire burns within me, but no one stops to warm themselves at it, and...
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Michael B. Benedict
Sep 242 min read
Does a Civil Society Benefit from Having Emotional Intelligence?
The degree to which people within our community are emotionally intelligent affects how civil our society will be. Emotional Intelligence...
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Michael B. Benedict
Sep 182 min read
The Challenges with Reciprocity
In business, there is an unspoken rule that when one party provides value to another gratis, the favor will be returned sometime in the...
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Michael B. Benedict
Sep 112 min read
Civility in Leadership - Examples from a Top Litigation Attorney
Few people enjoy discussing litigation. It evokes images of aggressive attorneys, lengthy depositions, and court battles. Depending on...
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Michael B. Benedict
Sep 92 min read
Civility in Higher Education – The Two Elephants in the Room
With the return of the school year, why not focus on creating a civil environment to learn and teach? Much has been written about what...
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Michael B. Benedict
Aug 262 min read
The Fall of Boys and Men
I rarely ask readers to watch a video. However, this is one time when I will beg you—yes, beg—to spend 15 minutes learning about one of...
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Michael B. Benedict
Aug 224 min read
Are You A Good Listener?
According to research by UKG Workforce Institute , 86% of employees feel that different voices at their organization aren't heard...
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Michael B. Benedict
Aug 212 min read
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Turns 34
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was enacted in July 1990. This bipartisan landmark legislation was significant in helping...
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Michael B. Benedict
Aug 134 min read
Understand the Human Need for Respect
Feeling respected is a fundamental human need. Respect is something we immediately perceive when interacting with others. It springs from...
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Michael B. Benedict
Aug 73 min read
August is National Civility Month!
Ten Tips to Foster Civility National Civility Month is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. It was created to encourage people and...
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Michael B. Benedict
Jul 314 min read
Six Ways to Address Workplace Anxiety
Anxiety is prevalent in most organizations. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) estimates that 19% of US adults (1 in 5 of...
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Michael B. Benedict
Jul 302 min read
The Decline in Trust in America
The decline of trust in America is precipitous, with only 25% agreeing with the statement "most people can be trusted" in 2022, down from...
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Michael B. Benedict
Jul 263 min read
Navigating Vulnerability: 8 Steps to Safety
One of the challenges we face when embarking on our self-discovery path is the powerful feeling of vulnerability. This feeling is part of...
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Michael B. Benedict
Jul 232 min read
An Innovative Food Pantry Prioritizes Dignity, Empathy and Civility in Serving Those in Need
Last week, I was honored to meet Jodi Payne, Executive Director at the GUNNISON COUNTRY FOOD PANTRY (GCFP). Upon entering the "pantry,"...
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Michael B. Benedict
Jul 162 min read
The Rise of the Adolescent Caregiver
Adolescence is challenging under the best circumstances; imagine adding the responsibility of being your parents' caretaker. This is the...
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Michael B. Benedict
Jul 92 min read
A 79-year-old sausage company encourages society to "fix the internet." Wait, what?
Over the weekend, a friend from Texas was excited to share a new marketing campaign from Johnsonville . The company sells plump, juicy...
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Michael B. Benedict
Jun 282 min read
People with Disabilities Need and Want Your Assistance
Next month, we will celebrate the 34th anniversary of the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This landmark...
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